Richard Ratcliffe, husband of Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe, begins hungerstrike outside Iranian Embassy

Richard Ratcliffe, husband of Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe, begins hungerstrike outside Iranian Embassy

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Social Studies, Journalism

9th - 12th Grade

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Richard Ratcliffe is on a hunger strike in London to protest the imprisonment of his wife, Nazanin, in Iran. Despite feeling tired, he is supported by family, friends, and strangers who visit him at the embassy. The Iranian embassy has reacted by putting up barriers, but Richard remains steadfast in his protest. His determination is fueled by the hope of reuniting with his wife and daughter, who are in Tehran.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary reason Richard Ratcliffe is on a hunger strike?

To support a political campaign in the UK

To raise awareness about global hunger issues

To demand better living conditions in London

To protest against his wife's imprisonment in Iran

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Richard Ratcliffe receive support during his hunger strike?

By having people pray for his family and hope for their reunion

By receiving food supplies from local charities

Through financial donations from the public

Through government intervention and support

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is helping monitor Richard Ratcliffe's fast?

International human rights organizations

His family and friends

His colleagues from work

Local government officials

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What gesture did a woman make to show support for Richard's daughter?

She started a social media campaign

She sent a letter to the Iranian government

She delivered a Bunny Rabbit toy for Gabriella

She organized a protest march

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did the Iranian embassy take that might have been intended to intimidate Richard?

They put up steel barriers on the pavement next to him

They sent a letter demanding he stop the protest

They called the police to remove him

They issued a public statement against him